It’s also possible to take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Hakodate (Shin-Hakudate-Hokuto Station), and then take a limited express train onwards to Sapporo - the white-washed view out the window is spectacular. If you’re traveling with a lot of luggage, consider porting it from the airport to your accommodation to get right into the sightseeing. There are no cheap flights at the moment.Ĭheck out our Tokyo to Sapporo travel article for more info on flying cheap, as well as our New Chitose Airport to Sapporo guide. Also pack or buy hokkairo (the little chemical hand warmer packets, or else the rechargeable type), tissues for runny noses, and pocket change for the various delicious street food snacks (canned coffee is never so delicious as in frozen Hokkaido). The ice can be forbidding, and if you’re not careful, you’ll soon be slip slidin’ away. Layers! Baby, it’s cold outside! Don’t forget your gloves, mittens, hats, scarves, long johns/thermal underwear, thick warm socks, and boots with good tread. We recommend going early, if possible, since the sculptures are at their most beautiful at the beginning of the week some of them can begin to look a bit melted and dirty by the end. We’ve listed some recommended hotels below.Īdditionally, if you’re able to arrive a few days before the week begins or leave a few days after it ends, you may save on airfare. It’s best to score flights/train tickets and accommodation early if you want to attend at a reasonable price. Sapporo books out relatively quickly during this time, with around 2 million visitors coming to the festival annually (on a normal year). This is one of Japan’s most popular annual festivals - which also takes place in winter - so preparations are required! Book transport and accommodation early Snow festival 2008 | Photo by Selena Hoy What to know before you go Or take advantage of JR Hokkaido’s rail passes and head out on your own.
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Pro tip: Book some other activities in Sapporo while you’re there. Entrance to the festival is free, though of course food and souvenirs cost extra. All sites have extras, like souvenir shops, refreshment stands, and ice bars alongside the displays.
but the Tsudome is only open from 9 am to 5 pm daily. The two sites are open 24 hours as they are places on public streets (though the lights will be turned off around 10 p.m. In the Susukino district, known for its nightlife, there is a smaller display of more intricate ice sculptures amidst the host bars, karaoke places, and whiskey/highball counters.įinally, the Tsudome is a bit out of the city and has lots of snow play for both children and adults. Some are made by the Japanese Self-Defense Forces, while others are created by businesses, international groups, or artists. Ōdōri Park hosts the greatest number of sculptures, including the massive building-sized ones.
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